What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant General Counsel position at Standard Process Inc.?
For more than 95 years, Standard Process Inc. has been a visionary leader in whole food nutrient solutions. Our whole food philosophy and mission to change lives extends far beyond our supplements to the very people we employ. We value compassion, accountability, respect, and excellence. This strong foundation has created an environment where our employees are seen as members of our family and are given the tools and resources to succeed, both personally and professionally.
Position Summary
Under the direction of the General Counsel, the Assistant General Counsel will serve as a key legal advisor to internal stakeholders, handling a broad range of commercial transactions and corporate matters. The ideal candidate will have at least five years of experience in commercial transactions at a large corporate law firm and demonstrate the ability to provide high-quality, responsive legal support to business teams. In addition to contract negotiation and risk assessment, the ideal candidate should have a working knowledge of intellectual property, employment law, and corporate governance matters.
Key Responsibilities
General
Education
Standard Process is proud to be a top workplace! We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefit package, which includes:
Standard Process understands the importance of diversity and believes in providing equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment. Accordingly, all personnel decisions, including but not limited to hiring, compensation, promotions, training, benefits, termination, or other terms and conditions of employment, are made without regard to age, race, creed, color, disability, veteran status, marital status, sex, national origin, ancestry, arrest or conviction record, sexual preference, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic in accordance with law.
Position Summary
Under the direction of the General Counsel, the Assistant General Counsel will serve as a key legal advisor to internal stakeholders, handling a broad range of commercial transactions and corporate matters. The ideal candidate will have at least five years of experience in commercial transactions at a large corporate law firm and demonstrate the ability to provide high-quality, responsive legal support to business teams. In addition to contract negotiation and risk assessment, the ideal candidate should have a working knowledge of intellectual property, employment law, and corporate governance matters.
Key Responsibilities
General
- Ensure maximum protection of the Company’s legal rights, utilizing broad familiarity with most major legal disciplines
- Ensure maximum protection of the Company’s assets, rights and obligations, utilizing broad familiarity with most major risk disciplines and through efficient and effective coordination with insurance brokers
- Develop knowledge of laws and regulations affecting the Company’s operations
- Provide input and assistance in the development and/or enforcement of Company policies and/or procedures as requested
- Prepare and review contracts and transactional documents including but not limited to those pertaining to the following:
- Leases
- Purchases
- Commercial Contracts
- Real Estate
- Employment (when applicable)
- License Agreements
- Confidentiality agreements
- Supplier agreements
- As requested, direct the defense of the Company against suits or claims and prepare the prosecution of the Company’s claims against others
- Participate in litigation matters and investigations by coordinating with outside counsel, if retained, regarding potential, actual and on-going litigation, claims and other legal matters
- If requested by General Counsel, function as Standard Process liaison to insurance companies, agents and brokers
- Identify business exposures and risks and select insurance products to mitigate
- Evaluate, negotiate and select business insurance policies that provide maximum protection to the business interests of Standard Process, in a cost effective manner
- Assist in coordination of the renewal process for all business insurance policies
- Coordinate with third party administrator regarding the investigation of claims as may be deemed appropriate
- As requested, consult with and provide guidance to Human Resources regarding policies, procedures, and employee issues, claims, and terminations.
- Support Human Resources in drafting policies related to workplace conduct and employee benefits
Education
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school
- Member in Good Standing, State Bar of Wisconsin
- 5 years of experience, preferably in the food and beverage industry or a heavily regulated manufacturing sector
Standard Process is proud to be a top workplace! We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefit package, which includes:
- Competitive salary and annual incentive program
- Comprehensive health care and flexible benefit plan, including pet insurance
- Company-matched 401(k) plan
- Profit sharing plan
- On-site childcare with highly accredited curriculum
- Platinum WELCOA award-winning wellness program, including:
- On-site 24x7 fitness center
- Whole food court
- On-site chiropractic care
- On-site massage therapist
- Personal trainer
- Daily fitness classes
- On-site life coach
- $450 monthly Standard Process supplement allowance
- Paid time off and holiday time
- Educational assistance
- Company hosted outings and events
- Strong community involvement
Standard Process understands the importance of diversity and believes in providing equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment. Accordingly, all personnel decisions, including but not limited to hiring, compensation, promotions, training, benefits, termination, or other terms and conditions of employment, are made without regard to age, race, creed, color, disability, veteran status, marital status, sex, national origin, ancestry, arrest or conviction record, sexual preference, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic in accordance with law.
Salary : $450
